Sunday, January 15, 2012

presenting . . . Archipelago”

A Gansey inspired sweater & hatpattern designed for the American Girl Dolls and the comparable 18" Gotz Dolls like my models, Jessica, Julia & Elisabeth

Inspired by my love of the recognizable and traditional Gansey stitch patterns.

pattern now available

Archipelago is a long sleeved textured stitch sweater, that features a deep ribbed welt and back-buttoned closure for easy dressing, complete with matching watch cap hat; a versatile accessory and match to the sweater, that offers three styles of wearing; from traditional watch cap, with turned up brim, (shown in cream), or turn down the back ribbed brim only for a rain style hat,(shown in blue), to a trendy slouchy hat, where the ribbed brim is turned down,(shown in red).

A perfect addition to your doll's winter wardrobe, and for exploring the great outdoors, providing extra warmth whether living on an island, along the coast, in the mountains, or for simply snuggling up in by a cozy warm fire.

These completed hand knitted ensembles will also soon be available for sale some time in the coming week, in auctions listed on eBay, via a store my husband and I have, where you will find them under my label Debonair Designs at Tekay-intl Thank you for your shared interest ~ Warmest regards, Deb & Dolls

Saturday, January 7, 2012

My new Kidz 'n' Cats model, Lena(read previous post) is proving to be a delight to not only photograph with her life-like poses, created from her nine point articulation, but also a great inspiration for new beginnings in this brand new year, read on . . . .

At first my intention was to create a basic sweater and hat set for her, but that quickly turned into thoughts of a new pattern as well, so with a fresh clean slate for this new year, I turned to my love of classic sweaters and created a Gansey inspired sweater and hat ensemble. . . .. . . my decision to once again put pen to paper and design a pattern for these dolls has also served as a much needed challenge and distraction, as often my thoughts would turn back the pages of time to happenings of last year . . when I was attending my dear mum's funeral . . . at times I can hear them telling me to move on, to look back fondly . . . and so I am, and having so much fun too!

Inspired by my love of the recognizable and traditional Gansey stitch patterns.

A perfect addition to your doll's winter wardrobe, and for exploring the great outdoors, providing extra warmth whether living on an island like Whidbey, along the coast, in the mountains, or for simply snuggling up in by a cozy warm fire.

Kidz 'n' Cats play dolls from 'With Heart and Soul' are designed by Sonja Hartmann. These stunning 18" dolls have beautifully sculpted faces and bodies (all vinyl) with extra moveable joints, and have hand knotted kanekalon wigs and acrylic eyes.

My new plans include another Gansey inspired sweater design, this time created to fit my current Gotz girls and of course the comparable American Girl Dolls . . . currently on my needles, . . more on that in a new post.

In the meantime, enjoy more pictures from Lena's photo shoot . .

This completed ensemble along with another two-tone version will also be available for sale some time in the coming week, in auctions listed on eBay, via a store my husband and I have, where you will find them under my label Debonair Designs at Tekay-intl Thank you for your shared interest ~ Warmest regards, Deb & Dolls